The 2016 ELLE International Beauty Awards

Best iconic beauty product: YSL Beauté Touche Éclat Radiant Touch

Swipe this beloved highlighter across cheekbones, on your Cupid’s bow and down the bridge of your nose for a truly lit-from-within look. EDITOR’S POV “I remember makeup artist Terry Gunsburg [at Yves Saint Laurent at the time] demonstrating the utility of this magical product in enhancing the radiance of the skin. If we could have then imagined the international and phenomenal career of this discreet pen!” – Elisabeth Martorell, deputy beauty director, ELLE France YSL Beauté Touche Éclat Radiant Touch ($50), at holtrenfrew.com. READ MORE: 10 essential red lipsticks for the holidays

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By: ELLE Canada
Source: Courtesy of YSL

The 2016 ELLE International Beauty Awards

Best body moisturizer: Vichy Laboratoires Idéal Body Balm

“If the ingredients work on the face, why not put them in a body cream?” asked the creators of this balm rich in hyaluronic acid and anti-aging LHA. EDITOR’S POV “It’s like a cashmere coat for the skin. The botanical oils soften the skin and make it incredibly smooth. And the smell is divine.” – Barbara Huber, beauty director, ELLE Germany Vichy Laboratoires Idéal Body Balm ($27.50), at vichy.ca. READ MORE: 10 must-know beauty tips for wearing makeup while you're sick

The 2016 ELLE International Beauty Awards

Best mascara: Dior Diorshow Mascara

Two things that we thought could never be improved: Drake’s dance moves and this mascara. But Dior managed to prove us wrong when it revamped this industry fave with microfibres that mimic lash extensions and a tube that prevents dreaded mascara dry-out. EDITOR’S POV “The best got even better with a supercharged formula that volumizes and conditions in a single swipe.” – Janna O’Toole, beauty and fitness director, ELLE Australia Dior Diorshow Mascara ($34), at Dior beauty counters. READ MORE: 9+ must-have beauty buys for the best sleep ever

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By: ELLE Canada
Source: Courtesy of Dior

The 2016 ELLE International Beauty Awards

Best anti-cellulite cream: Clarins Body Shaping Cream

Smooth on this organic quince-enriched cream to firm up your waist, thighs and arms. INSIDER ADVICE “Try aqua biking twice a week. It’s one of the best sports to fight cellulite [and], on top of that, it’s fun!” – Maria Aziz, editor-in-chief, ELLE Middle East Clarins Body Shaping Cream ($63), at clarins.com. READ MORE: The holiday beauty collabs you don't want to miss this season

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By: ELLE Canada
Source: Courtesy of Clarins

The 2016 ELLE International Beauty Awards

K-Beauty for the win (again). The 800,000 pores of this cushion compact ensure even and natural application of this cooling, wrinkle-fighting foundation. EDITOR’S POV “It is the first foundation that totally meets all my demands: super-light, weightless coverage, a fresh feel on the skin, a perfect match with my skin tone and high usability.” – Marianna Partevyan, beauty and health editor, ELLE Ukraine Lancôme Miracle Cushion All-in-One Liquid Compact Foundation ($48), at lancome.ca. READ MORE: Why you love the scent of your hair products so much

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By: ELLE Canada
Source: Courtesy of Lancôme

The 2016 ELLE International Beauty Awards

Half the fun of this collagen- and elastin-booster is in the application—it literally glides around eyes, cheeks and mouth like you’re icing a cake. The other win: skin-smoothing results. EDITOR’S POV “It lifts and firms the skin for a more sculpted look instantly. Great to use the morning after a late night out.” – Vanessa Chia, beauty and health director, ELLE Singapore Estée Lauder New Dimension Expert Liquid Tape ($78), at esteelauder.ca. READ MORE: How to properly take care of your nails come winter